Through a regular practice of yoga and meditation, I have been given the opportunity to step away from myself in difficult moments to analyze everything that arises. I strive to turn every one of these moments into a lesson - a way to better myself. Today, my lesson was patience {and a little bit of learning how to better stand up for myself in the future}.

Some people second guess their clothing choices, the location, and possibly the timing. Most people fear seeming that they don't know anything. Sometimes, it is the first time getting to REALLY connect with one's own body.

Some people call them love handles, and some people call it fat. My best friend Lorelei calls it her squish, and I call it my fluff. As a female yoga instructor with my current amount of fluff, it's hard to find a "community" to identify with. Let me explain...